2022 Perez Cruz Valley del Maipo Cabernet Franc

Perez Cruz has built its reputation on high-altitude Andean reds, and the 2022 Cabernet Franc captures that signature freshness and precision.
Grown on alluvial, gravel-rich soils at the foothills of the Andes, the vines enjoy warm days balanced by cold mountain nights—conditions that preserve Cabernet Franc’s aromatic clarity while developing deep, ripe fruit.
Grapes are harvested by hand, destemmed, and fermented in stainless steel to highlight purity. A careful élevage in mostly neutral French oak adds softness and quiet spice without muting the wine’s natural lift.
In the glass, the wine offers a vibrant mix of black cherry, cassis, and plum skin, layered with fresh tobacco leaf, graphite, and peppery herb. The palate is energetic but composed, carried by crisp acidity and fine-grained tannins that echo the Andean terroir. Balanced, bright, and wonderfully drinkable, it shows how elegant Chilean Cabernet Franc can be when grown at altitude and handled with restraint.

Nose: Black cherry, cassis, and violet with hints of tobacco leaf, graphite, and fresh herbs.

Palate: Juicy dark fruit supported by lively acidity and polished tannins, accented by pepper, mineral tones, and subtle spice.

Finish: Long and clean, marked by cherry skin, savory herbs, and a cool, stony edge.

Excellent with grilled pork tenderloin, roasted peppers stuffed with herbs, or lentil stew finished with smoked paprika—the wine’s bright fruit, herbal lift, and fine structure thread naturally through earthy, roasted, and aromatic dishes.